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1. A Ninja blender that’ll whip up dip or salsa in seconds, because you can't forget about those holiday appetizers. For the price, this professional-grade appliance is as good as it gets. It has four preset modes, as well as a 72-ounce pitcher that’s also great for making restaurant-quality smoothies if you've got relatives staying over.
2. A pair of shredder claws so you can briskly pull apart pork, chicken, brisket, turkey, and other ingredients and then use the finished product for tacos, grain bowls, sandwiches, and more. The claws even interlock, ensuring you can easily transfer shredded meat from one place to another.
3. A set of glass meal prep containers to store all of your pre-prepared holiday dishes or ingredients. These containers are safe to use in the oven and microwave and can also hold the mountain of leftovers you're bound to wind up with.
4. An avocado tool that makes it easy to use every last bit of the pricey green fruit. This sturdy gadget can cut, pit, and slice an avocado, *and* is perfect if you like to meal prep anything that would benefit from some creamy avocado, which is basically, well, anything.
5. A bestselling garlic press so good it'll practically pay for itself — just ask the reviewers. If you're cooking anything this holiday season, this stainless-steel press is a must since garlic is a key ingredient in many dishes. Did we mention it gets every morsel of flavor out of each clove? No garlic left behind!
6. A cookie spatula with a silicone base that’ll handle freshly baked goodies with ease. Use this for cookies, macarons, and other small confections, then throw it in the dishwasher once you’re done.
7. A batter dispenser and mixer to limit any spillage when prepping an array of picture-perfect pancakes (or cupcakes or muffins) on Christmas morning. With this kitchen tool, you won't need to wash a bevy of mixing bowls and spoons, and it's a great buy if you have little ones who are eager to help out in the kitchen.
Promising review: "For one of the first times in my memory, our traditional Christmas morning breakfast of Æbleskivers didn’t involve a bit of a mess. The batter was mixed before putting it into the container, so it prevented the problem with the lack of mixing that some reviews have mentioned." —TermsandConditions
Get it from Amazon for $39.98 (also available in a pancake art kit).
8. A Bagel Guillotine because who wants to risk slicing their finger while cutting a dozen bagels for holiday guests? This well-built, versatile item also works on muffins, buns, croissants, and rolls and is a must-have for those who aren't confident in their knife skills quite yet. It's even safe for older kids to use when making their own breakfast.
Promising review: "My daughter hates cutting bagels even though she loves eating them. So I got this as a gift to take with her when she returns to college, but over the holidays, I've fallen in love with using it — it is sooooo easy to neatly, cleanly, and efficiently slice bagels. So I'm going to get one for myself! A winning functional design if there ever was one! 5 stars!" —maidindetroit
Get it from Amazon for $22.06+ (available in four colors).
9. A 7-quart Crock-Pot because the holiday season is all about cooking a cozy dish (or several) for a big group. Just dump your ingredients in, let the beloved appliance do the cooking, and voilà! It even has a warming setting so you can use it to serve your meal once it's done, which means fewer dishes to clean.
10. A 12-piece knife set from Cuisinart because there’s always something to cut, slice, or chop when cooking for the holidays. Every cook needs a well-made knife set, and each of these six has a stainless-steel blade, a nonstick ceramic coating for easy slicing, and a matching blade guard for safety.
11. A KitchenAid stand mixer so you can make every holiday dessert your heart desires. With 10 different speeds and a tilt-head that makes adding ingredients super simple, you may never put this appliance away. You can also buy separate attachments to make fresh pasta, grind meat, and more.
12. Or an electric hand mixer with six speeds so you can seamlessly blend baking ingredients and say goodbye to lumps! This appliance, which can help you make dozens of holiday cookies, comes with two traditional beaters and a whisk, and features a built-in groove so you can rest it on the side of a bowl without making a mess.
13. An egg cooker that can cook up to six eggs in minutes. This must-have piece of machinery can prep hard-boiled eggs, soft-boiled eggs, poached eggs, scrambled eggs, and individual omelets with the touch of a button, thus satisfying virtually every egg craving you can have. Deviled eggs, anyone?
14. A revolving decorating stand so you can frost your holiday cake like a pro! Even if you're not an expert baker, this will help you look like one.
15. A 15-inch Lodge cast-iron skillet capable of giving you that perfect sear on steak, salmon, and more with little effort. This versatile kitchen must-have (which also works for cornbread, Pizookies, and pies) comes pre-seasoned, so you don’t need to do it yourself, and it can easily go from the stove top to the oven.
16. A Le Creuset Dutch oven with thousands of 5-star reviews because it's a kitchen must-have for a reason. Ideal for slow-cooking, braising, roasting, baking, frying, and more, every cook (from beginner to pro) needs one of these all-stars in the kitchen, especially if they're hosting a holiday dinner.
17. A luxe granite mortar and pestle set with a 2-cup capacity to easily crush herbs and spices for adding flavor to your favorite dishes. Grinding spices utilizes their full potency, thus improving everything from roast chicken to salad dressing. You won’t regret this buy, so long as you remember to season it properly!
18. An Oxo fruit and vegetable chopper with stainless steel blades that’ll do all the slicing and dicing for you so you can be more efficient in the kitchen this holiday season. This gadget chops in a swift, easy motion and has a nonslip base, so it won’t slide around on the counter. There’s even a convenient opening so you can pour all of the ingredients straight into a bowl once you’re done.
19. A Crack'em egg cracker with a little edge in the center that perfectly cracks an egg without breaking the yolk inside — a tricky skill to master when baking or cooking. This gadget doubles as a spoon rest, so you can lay your spoon down while you’re cooking without getting your countertop dirty. A win-win!
Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action.
Promising review: "This product is fantastic! I had purchased this as a gag gift for my dad because, he can’t crack an egg without it going all over or have eggshells fall in. We were skeptical that it would actually work, but let me tell you, he cracked five perfect eggshell-less eggs for Christmas breakfast. My dad was so happy he said it was the best gift he’s gotten. He can now rest easy, thanks to Crack’em. If you’re like my dad and can’t crack an egg to save ya life, then I highly recommend this product!
Bonus — it works as a spoon rest as well!" —KA
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five colors and a set of three).
20. A tiny milk frother to upgrade every caffeinated drink you make at home — holiday-themed or otherwise. This compact gadget is ridiculously easy to use and delivers barista-quality frothed milk that's creamy, foamy, and downright delicious.
Promising review: "Works great! Loved using it for eggnog during the holidays." —Ashley Graha
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in 38 styles).
21. A clip-on colander that adheres directly to your pot of pasta for pain-in-the-butt-free drainage. This gizmo can also fasten to pans and bowls, and is much smaller than a traditional colander. Pro tip: It also works with veggies, potatoes, and more!
22. A set of 24 air-tight food storage containers because keeping your food and dry ingredients (like baking staples) fresh is super important. This durable BPA-free set also comes with measuring spoons, a chalkboard marker, and reusable chalkboard labels so you can stay organized.
23. A bestselling ice cream scoop with ~thousands~ of 5-star reviews from happy customers. This sleek scoop has a curved design that enables it to cut through any pint, including the one that's been languishing in the back of your freezer for months. Pro-tip: This dishwasher-safe find also works with fruit, cookie dough, and more.
Promising review: "The designers of this scoop have done a beautiful job. These people have to love ice cream as much as I do! The holidays are filled with peppermint and eggnog ice cream, and when this scoop shines. From the way it feels in my hand to the dexterous ability to get the corners of the container and make scoops large and small, this is by far the best one I've ever owned. I've had it for a year now, and it's as good as new. Happy holidays!" —Quinn
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 18 colors and a two-pack).
24. A corn stripper to remove corn from the cob for you in a matter of seconds. This is especially great if you have little ones who prefer their corn cob-less, but you can also use it to easily add the sweet kernels to corn casserole, soups, salads, and more.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.